Aberdeen Events Calendar

This calendar is the place to find fun events happening throughout Grays Harbor County including Aberdeen, Hoquiam, Westport, Ocean Shores, Elma, Montesano and beyond.

Have an event that isn’t listed? Please email events@GraysHarborTalk.com with the following information:

  • Name of Event
  • Date, time and location (name of business if applicable and complete address)
  • Organizer(s) name
  • Cost
  • URL to purchase tickets
  • Website URL
  • SHORT description of event
  • Photo

Our editors will review and post within a few business days.

Oct
5
Sat
Emergency Preparedness EXPO @ Shoppes at Riverside (formerly South Shore Mall)
Oct 5 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Public Education on emergency preparedness may be provided by DEM staff. In addition to the information contained on this website, DEM would be happy to schedule a presentation at your company or event. DEM maintains a stock of literature on many types of hazards. Please call (360) 249-3911 to schedule a presentation for your group.

Oct
12
Sat
Free Kids Event: Build Off Early Learning Fun Fair @ Shoppes at Riverside
Oct 12 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Free Kids Event: Build Off Early Learning Fun Fair @ Shoppes at Riverside

The Build Off Early Learning Fun Fair is a free family fun event that will challenge children’s imaginations. Participants will try to build the tallest structure out of Keva planks in hopes of winning great prizes. After testing their building expertise, they will join our fun fair for art and science projects, safety games, and kids’ activities presented by a host of community organizations dedicated to early learning.

Oct
17
Thu
Quinault Country Peak to Sea @ Shilo Inn
Oct 17 @ 6:30 pm

This presentation will briefly highlight the natural and cultural history of the Quinault Region. Most of the presentation will look at the events and activities leading up to the land and river conditions we see today, and what the Quinault Indian Nation has done and plans to do with its natural resources and economic development.

Oct
26
Sat
NaNoWriMo – Come Write In, Prep Day @ Montesano Timberland Library
Oct 26 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
NaNoWriMo - Come Write In, Prep Day @ Montesano Timberland Library

Writing a novel alone can be difficult, even for seasoned writers. NaNoWriMo helps you track your progress, set milestones, connect with other writers in a vast community, and participate in events that are designed to make sure you finish your novel. Oh, and best of all, it’s free!

This day is for preparing your novel’s characters, locations, plot outlines, and worldbuilding for the official start of NaNoWriMo writing on November 1st.

Oct
30
Wed
The Science of Alcohol & Marijuana w/ Dr. Jason Kilmer @ Aberdeen High School Auditorium
Oct 30 @ 6:30 pm
The Science of Alcohol & Marijuana w/ Dr. Jason Kilmer @ Aberdeen High School Auditorium

Please join us to hear from Dr. Jason Kilmer on the science behind alcohol and marijuana. All community members are welcome, teens and parents are especially encouraged to attend. Kilmer will be speaking about facts/myths, and the potential risk factors that play an important role in substance use.

Nov
2
Sat
NaNoWriMo – Come Write In @ Montesano Timberland Library
Nov 2 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
NaNoWriMo - Come Write In @ Montesano Timberland Library

Writing a novel alone can be difficult, even for seasoned writers. NaNoWriMo helps you track your progress, set milestones, connect with other writers in a vast community, and participate in events that are designed to make sure you finish your novel. Oh, and best of all, it’s free!

This day is the start of your novel’s journey. Join us to kick off your novel!

Nov
9
Sat
NaNoWriMo – Come Write In @ Montesano Timberland Library
Nov 9 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
NaNoWriMo - Come Write In @ Montesano Timberland Library

Writing a novel alone can be difficult, even for seasoned writers. NaNoWriMo helps you track your progress, set milestones, connect with other writers in a vast community, and participate in events that are designed to make sure you finish your novel. Oh, and best of all, it’s free!

This day is the end of Week 1. Discuss your novel so far, work on any road blocks or inspiration you might need, and get to know others in the writing community!

Let’s Paint Watercolors @ Elma Timberland Library
Nov 9 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Let's Paint Watercolors @ Elma Timberland Library

Learn basic watercolor techniques through step-by-step instruction. Participants will take home their own watercolor creation! Supplies are limited and registration is required, please call the library at 360-482-3737 or visit the library to register.

Nov
13
Wed
Channel Point Speaker Series – Chiropractic Care and Your Health @ Village Concepts of Hoquiam - Channel Point Village
Nov 13 all-day

Please join us for an informative discussion with Dr. Mark Van Hemert, Doctor of Chiropractic at Hoquiam Chiropractic. Dr. Van Hemert has been a practicing Chiropractor for many years in Grays Harbor and enjoys sharing how chiropractic care can help with a number of conditions and keep you on a path of wellness. Channel Point’s Speaker Series is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Nov
16
Sat
NaNoWriMo – Come Write In @ Montesano Timberland Library
Nov 16 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
NaNoWriMo - Come Write In @ Montesano Timberland Library

Writing a novel alone can be difficult, even for seasoned writers. NaNoWriMo helps you track your progress, set milestones, connect with other writers in a vast community, and participate in events that are designed to make sure you finish your novel. Oh, and best of all, it’s free!

This is the halfway mark of NaNoWriMo. Have you hit 25,000 words? Meet with us to continue your hot streak, or to get some help if you’re falling behind.

Nov
23
Sat
NaNoWriMo – Come Write In @ Montesano Timberland Library
Nov 23 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
NaNoWriMo - Come Write In @ Montesano Timberland Library

Writing a novel alone can be difficult, even for seasoned writers. NaNoWriMo helps you track your progress, set milestones, connect with other writers in a vast community, and participate in events that are designed to make sure you finish your novel. Oh, and best of all, it’s free!

We’re at the end of the third week. Come check in with local writers, get guidance and give inspiration as we all strive for our 50K by next weekend!

Nov
30
Sat
NaNoWriMo – Come Write In, Final Day! @ Montesano Timberland Library
Nov 30 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
NaNoWriMo - Come Write In, Final Day! @ Montesano Timberland Library

Writing a novel alone can be difficult, even for seasoned writers. NaNoWriMo helps you track your progress, set milestones, connect with other writers in a vast community, and participate in events that are designed to make sure you finish your novel. Oh, and best of all, it’s free!

This is it! By midnight, you’ll need to submit your final wordcounts for verification. Let’s work together to get everyone to their 50K! Today we will also discuss plans going forward – does anyone want to continue a regularly scheduled writing group, or participate in Camp NaNoWriMo in the spring and summer months?

Dec
11
Wed
Channel Point Speaker Series – Meet Your Hoquiam Mayor-Elect, Ben Winkelman @ Village Concepts of Hoquiam - Channel Point Village
Dec 11 @ 3:00 pm

Please join us for the monthly Channel Point Speaker Series. This month’s installment is a lively conversation with Ben Winkelman, Hoquiam’s Mayor-Elect. Learn some of his plans for Hoquiam, and Grays Harbor, and meet new friends. This event is open to the public and refreshments will be served.

Dec
12
Thu
Health, Hope and Heritage on the Harbors @ Events of Emerson
Dec 12 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Health, Hope and Heritage on the Harbors @ Events of Emerson

Please join us for “Health, Hope and Heritage on the Harbors,” a mini-symposium on the traditional culture of Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties. December 12, 2019 at Events on Emerson in Hoquiam (212 4th Street). 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Maritime practices, tribal weaving and woodwork, and drag are among the numerous traditions that are present in the Twin Harbors. This event features panel discussions that will not only explore area traditions, but also examine their impact on the social and physical health of the community. “Health, Hope and Heritage on the Harbors” caps a year-long collaboration with Window Seat Media to document traditions in the Twin Harbors as part of our “Cultural Traditions Survey” program.

Jan
29
Wed
Channel Point Speaker Series – Virtual Tour of the Ghost Forest of Copalis @ Village Concepts of Hoquiam - Channel Point Village
Jan 29 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Please join us for this month’s installment of the Channel Point Speaker Series – a Virtual Tour of the Ghost Forest of Copalis with Buck Giles, owner of Buck’s Bikes at Seabrook. Buck leads paddle tours of this unique geological area, among other outdoor experiences. Come in out of the cold and learn something new about our beautiful county. This event is FREE and open to the public and refreshments will be served.

Feb
8
Sat
Butterfly Wingding @ Elma Timberland Library
Feb 8 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Explore butterflies through a variety of STEAM activities. Examine real butterfly wings with microscopes, fly paper butterflies in a wind tunnel, make a butterfly garden to take home, and more!

Apr
3
Fri
Add your Virtual Event, Zoom Meeting, Facebook Live Concert open to the public! @ Stay Home Stay Safe
Apr 3 all-day

Thank you for letting us know about your event! Did you know you can post all your future events directly onto our site? It’s the fastest way to make sure we see it!

Here is How to Post an Event on GraysHarborTalk:

Follow this link directly to our calendar: https://www.graysharbortalk.com/grays-harbor-events-calendar/

Click the green “+ Post Your Event Button” which is located above the first calendar post, on the right.

Please be sure to include the following items. We cannot approve a post that does not contain AT LEAST:

  • A start date AND time (Time is added by checking the “add time” box AFTER you select a date. An end time is helpful for readers but not necessary)
  • A Location (including name of venue and address)
  • A brief description (no more than two short paragraphs)
  • A link to a website

A picture always make your posts more appealing to your audience so we highly suggest one, but it is not necessary.

Once you submit it, your event has to be approved by an editor. Please allow 2-3 days for this. Any questions can be sent to events@graysharbortalk.com.

Community Virtual Spirit Day by Village Concepts – Channel Point Village @ Stay in Place / Home or Work
Apr 3 all-day

CHANNEL POINT INVITES COMMUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN VIRTUAL SPIRIT DAY

Retirement Community to Use Distant Socializing and Exercise to Connect

Please wear your school colors on Friday 4/3, wherever you are staying safe, in support of the residents and staff of Channel Point Village, who are wearing their school colors for Spirit Day. Please spread the word, especially children. The more, the merrier! Post your photo to our Facebook page – Village Concepts Retirement Communities (Channel Point Village).

Apr
4
Sat
Add your Virtual Event, Zoom Meeting, Facebook Live Concert open to the public! @ Stay Home Stay Safe
Apr 4 all-day

Thank you for letting us know about your event! Did you know you can post all your future events directly onto our site? It’s the fastest way to make sure we see it!

Here is How to Post an Event on GraysHarborTalk:

Follow this link directly to our calendar: https://www.graysharbortalk.com/grays-harbor-events-calendar/

Click the green “+ Post Your Event Button” which is located above the first calendar post, on the right.

Please be sure to include the following items. We cannot approve a post that does not contain AT LEAST:

  • A start date AND time (Time is added by checking the “add time” box AFTER you select a date. An end time is helpful for readers but not necessary)
  • A Location (including name of venue and address)
  • A brief description (no more than two short paragraphs)
  • A link to a website

A picture always make your posts more appealing to your audience so we highly suggest one, but it is not necessary.

Once you submit it, your event has to be approved by an editor. Please allow 2-3 days for this. Any questions can be sent to events@graysharbortalk.com.

Apr
5
Sun
Add your Virtual Event, Zoom Meeting, Facebook Live Concert open to the public! @ Stay Home Stay Safe
Apr 5 all-day

Thank you for letting us know about your event! Did you know you can post all your future events directly onto our site? It’s the fastest way to make sure we see it!

Here is How to Post an Event on GraysHarborTalk:

Follow this link directly to our calendar: https://www.graysharbortalk.com/grays-harbor-events-calendar/

Click the green “+ Post Your Event Button” which is located above the first calendar post, on the right.

Please be sure to include the following items. We cannot approve a post that does not contain AT LEAST:

  • A start date AND time (Time is added by checking the “add time” box AFTER you select a date. An end time is helpful for readers but not necessary)
  • A Location (including name of venue and address)
  • A brief description (no more than two short paragraphs)
  • A link to a website

A picture always make your posts more appealing to your audience so we highly suggest one, but it is not necessary.

Once you submit it, your event has to be approved by an editor. Please allow 2-3 days for this. Any questions can be sent to events@graysharbortalk.com.

Apr
6
Mon
Add your Virtual Event, Zoom Meeting, Facebook Live Concert open to the public! @ Stay Home Stay Safe
Apr 6 all-day

Thank you for letting us know about your event! Did you know you can post all your future events directly onto our site? It’s the fastest way to make sure we see it!

Here is How to Post an Event on GraysHarborTalk:

Follow this link directly to our calendar: https://www.graysharbortalk.com/grays-harbor-events-calendar/

Click the green “+ Post Your Event Button” which is located above the first calendar post, on the right.

Please be sure to include the following items. We cannot approve a post that does not contain AT LEAST:

  • A start date AND time (Time is added by checking the “add time” box AFTER you select a date. An end time is helpful for readers but not necessary)
  • A Location (including name of venue and address)
  • A brief description (no more than two short paragraphs)
  • A link to a website

A picture always make your posts more appealing to your audience so we highly suggest one, but it is not necessary.

Once you submit it, your event has to be approved by an editor. Please allow 2-3 days for this. Any questions can be sent to events@graysharbortalk.com.

Apr
7
Tue
Add your Virtual Event, Zoom Meeting, Facebook Live Concert open to the public! @ Stay Home Stay Safe
Apr 7 all-day

Thank you for letting us know about your event! Did you know you can post all your future events directly onto our site? It’s the fastest way to make sure we see it!

Here is How to Post an Event on GraysHarborTalk:

Follow this link directly to our calendar: https://www.graysharbortalk.com/grays-harbor-events-calendar/

Click the green “+ Post Your Event Button” which is located above the first calendar post, on the right.

Please be sure to include the following items. We cannot approve a post that does not contain AT LEAST:

  • A start date AND time (Time is added by checking the “add time” box AFTER you select a date. An end time is helpful for readers but not necessary)
  • A Location (including name of venue and address)
  • A brief description (no more than two short paragraphs)
  • A link to a website

A picture always make your posts more appealing to your audience so we highly suggest one, but it is not necessary.

Once you submit it, your event has to be approved by an editor. Please allow 2-3 days for this. Any questions can be sent to events@graysharbortalk.com.